Steeped in history, 'Wockwalla' c1905 presents an extraordinary opportunity, this stunning pre-federation colonial home delivers incomparable grandeur, brilliantly refined for contemporary family living. Undoubtedly one of Pennant Hills' most magnificent properties, a private high-set vantage showcases captivating views over treetops towards the Harbour Bridge and city skyline. Stately interiors welcome an imposing entrance hall under towering ceilings framed by original French doors highlighted by beautiful leadlight transom windows. Original hardwood flooring and traditional fireplaces feature throughout two living rooms and a glorious dining room opening to a dual-sided wrap-around verandah. Sympathetically extended with custom fittings crafted to replicate original details combines a generous eat-in kitchen equipped with ILVE/Miele appliances and remarkable bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. Enriched by brilliant outdoor connection, a teen/office retreat delivers a sublime extension to outstanding living spaces surrounded by incredible gardens and an exceptionally serene inground pool. Originally the servant's home to the Paling family of Palings Piano fame, this exceptionally rare offering boasts an unparalleled living experience enhanced by modern convenience. Accommodation Features: * Grand entrance hall, 3.2m ceilings, leadlight window features, original French doors * Transom windows, traditional high red cedar skirting boards, original hardwood flooring * Ducted gas heating, split system air conditioning, ceiling fans, ceiling roses * Original fireplaces with individually tiled heaths, slow-combustion fireplace * Two living rooms, dining room, three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes * Sympathetic extension crafted to seamlessly integrate with the original home * Generous eat-in kitchen with island bench, stone benchtops, Miele dishwasher * ILVE 90cm freestanding gas cooktop and electric oven, internal laundry, instant gas hot water * Family bathroom with heated towel rail, heat lamp, granite vanity, combined bath/shower External Features: * 'Wockwalla' c1905 pre-federation colonial single-level heritage listed home * High-set on an expansive 1,031sqm private block with Harbour Bridge and city views * Dual-sided wrap-around verandah, separate studio/teen retreat, covered outdoor seating * Oversized garage with car hoist & pulldown attic ladder with storage mezzanine * Inground saltwater pool with recently upgraded Astral pool chlorinator * Two sheds at the front and rear, electric double-entry gates with remote * Long driveway with ample off-street parking Location Benefits: * 265m to the 600 bus service to Parramatta, Northmead, Baulkham Hills, Castle Hill, and Cherrybrook * 700m to Pennant Hills Station * 900m to Pennant Hills Market Place with Harris Farm, IGA, restaurants, and cafes * 1km to Thornleigh Marketplace with Woolworths, Dan Murphys * 1.1km to Pennant Hills Public School (zoned) * 1.9km to Pennant Hills High School (zoned) * 3km to Sydney Adventist Hospital * Close to the M1 and M2 motorways * Convenient to Arden Anglican School, Wahroonga Adventist School, St Agatha's Catholic Primary School, Mount St Benedict College, Loreto Normanhurst, Normanhurst Boys High School and Barker College, The Kings School, and Tara Anglican School for Girls Contact: Dion Verzeletti 0413 753 695 Mitchell Hann 0424 484 119 Disclaimer: All information contained here is gathered from sources we believe reliable. We have no reason to doubt its accuracy, however we cannot guarantee it.
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